Software:Mind Grind
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| Developer(s) | Microforum International |
| Publisher(s) | Microforum International |
| Platform(s) | Windows |
| Release | 1996[1] |
| Genre(s) | Trivia Game[2] |
Mind Grind is a 1996 video game from Microforum International. It was later released in the U.S. as Quiz Quest in 1997.
Gameplay
Mind Grind is a five‑level trivia game in which alien contestants compete for the right to claim Earth by demonstrating superior knowledge of human trivia. Each level presents a distinct objective beyond answering questions, such as avoiding whirlwinds while climbing pillars or navigating a maze of gates. Throughout the game, a character named Homer serves as the host, offering instructions and reacting to the player's answers. The final level, titled "Looking for Intelligent Signs of Life", requires the player to pilot a ship through space, evade meteoroids, and shoot at crafts that contain trivia questions; taking too many hits ends the game. Saving and exiting returns the player to the start of the current level rather than its midpoint.[3]
Reception
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GameSpot said "Although Mind Grind tries to take an innovative approach to trivia gaming, it falls short of being a truly entertaining experience".[3]
Games Domain said "Otherwise, Mind Grind is a great choice for anyone looking for a well-rounded trivia game that can be enjoyed by all members of the family".[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Kang, Jeff. "Mind Grind". Archived from the original on August 17, 2000. https://web.archive.org/web/20000817225226/http://www.gamesdomain.com/gdreview/zones/reviews/pc/jan97/mind_gri.html. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Mind Grind". Archived from the original on November 15, 2014. https://web.archive.org/web/20141115194130/http://www.allgame.com/game.php?id=5813. Retrieved January 6, 2026.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Anderson, Rebecca. "Mind Grind". Archived from the original on February 6, 1997. https://web.archive.org/web/19970206044830/http://www.gamespot.com/puzzle/mindgrin/reviews.html. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
- ↑ Ardai, Charles (December 1996). "Trivia Torment". p. 336. Archived from the original on July 3, 2014. https://web.archive.org/web/20140703022613/http://www.cgwmuseum.org/galleries/issues/cgw_149.pdf. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Mind Grind" (in de). July 1997. https://www.kultboy.com/index.php?site=t&id=25839. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Mind Grind" (in de). June 1997. p. 158. https://archive.org/details/pc-games-germany-magazine-30-jahre/1997/PCG_0697/page/158/mode/2up. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
- ↑ "Mind Grind" (in de). April 1997. p. 66. https://archive.org/details/pc-action-1997-04/page/n65/mode/2up. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
- ↑ Douglas, Adam (November 1996). "Mind Grind". Archived from the original on February 29, 2000. https://web.archive.org/web/20000229165656/http://www.pcgamer.com/reviews/698.html. Retrieved May 15, 2026.
External links
- Official website (archived)
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